MATERNAL and INFANT MORTALITY. 

Maternal and infant (under 5) mortality remain a big issue in some countries especially developing countries.  

The above chart, shows the causes of maternal mortality. With Hemorrhage contributing 25%, Sepsis 15%, Eclampsia 6%, Obstructed labour 13%, Abortion 33%, Other causes 8%.

In cases of child mortality, there are many causes including ; malnutrition, Iodine Deficiency, malaria, infections.

In Nigeria, ,2000 children under 5 years of age die daily, while 158 women die daily as a result of pregnancy related causes, according to UNICEF. 

There is need for increased investment in health both by governments and good spirited people through NGOs and health initiatives. 

Let us each do our part.

Mothers DO deserve to live.

Children DO deserve to live.

Acknowledgement : UNICEF.